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Two TV Star Memoirs | Performing Arts
A pair of memoirs celebrate the achievements and talents of women in Hollywood.
The Road Is Good: How a Mother’s Strength Became a Daughter’s Purpose
Poignant and well-written, this memoir not only celebrates the achievements and talents of its author but also grounds readers in the customs of Nigeria. It is a must-have for fans of Aduba or Orange Is the New Black and for those wanting to read about the African diaspora.
Playing for Freedom: The Journey of a Young Afghan Girl
A must-have for any collection, especially in school and academic libraries. This memoir celebrates the power of one young woman to make a difference by speaking up and daring to be herself.
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Rock Music, Authority and Western Culture, 1964–1980
Music historians will find much to like in this fantastic resource, but the perspective is more singular than balanced.
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Bitter Crop: The Heartache and Triumph of Billie Holiday’s Last Year
Ultimately, this book achieves a successful and accurate tribute to Lady Day and her immense talent while also painting a stark and honest portrait of her life and hardships. Recommended for fans of jazz and the legendary Holiday.
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Becoming Ella Fitzgerald: The Jazz Singer Who Transformed American Song
Best for jazz scholars or readers who are superfans of Fitzgerald.
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Scratchin’ and Survivin’: Hustle Economics and the Black Sitcoms of Tandem Productions
An excellent resource for media or African American studies scholars who want to delve deeper into how these landmark sitcoms broke barriers for other Black artists.
Tell It Like It Is: My Story
A gratifying, spiritual, and hopeful against-all-odds memoir. An essential read for both Neville fans and those who may be unfamiliar with his music.
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